A series of strong solar flares from the Sun's surface made for some breathtaking displays of colour around the Yorkshire coast on the evening of Friday May 10.
Although it is easier to spot them nowadays thanks to phone app alerts, it was the unusual vividness of the aurora that made the display so magical for those lucky enough to witness it.
Beverley Ellis, of Hustler Road in Bridlington, who sent us some pictures she took from her garden, said: “It's a very rare occurrence that they are visible from built-up areas.
"It was very impressive.
“You could only see the Aurora through the phone’s camera.
"I always wanted to get a picture of them or even visit Iceland one day, now I can cross it off my bucket list.”
5. Aurora Borealis over Yorkshire coast
The Northern Lights' stunning display over Scarborough.picture: Fred Tiles. Photo: Fred Tiles
6. Stunning Aurora Borealis over Yorkshire coast
Mark Brock sent us this image of the aurora taken from Streethouses, near Loftus. Photo: Mark Brock
7. Aurora Borealis over Yorkshire coast
Stunning display over Scalby Mills, near Scarborough, by Beverley Senturk. Photo: Beverley Senturk
8. Aurora Borealis over Yorkshire coast
Jenna Jackson took this photo showing the aurora's green hues. Photo: Jenna Jackson